Match Analysis: Santos vs Vasco da Gama – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-08-17
- Time: 7:00 PM UTC
- Location: Estádio Urbano Caldeira, Santos, Brazil
Game Overview
The Campeonato Brasileiro match between Santos and Vasco da Gama features two historic Brazilian teams with a tight head-to-head record. Santos, playing at home, currently ranks 14th in the league, while Vasco da Gama is positioned 17th. Recent form shows Santos with mixed results and a home advantage, while Vasco da Gama has demonstrated stronger recent form overall with a few consecutive wins. Matches between these teams have tended to be moderately scoring with no draws in their last four encounters.
Key Factors to Consider
- Santos has scored 8 goals and conceded in their last 5 matches but struggles with clean sheets. Vasco da Gama has won 4 and drawn 1 of their last 5 matches, scoring 7 goals and conceding more, with key players like Alex Teixeira and Lucas Piton impacting the attack.
- Historically, Santos leads their head-to-head with 10 wins to Vasco's 8, with 6 draws. Their recent 5 meetings have been competitive, with Santos winning some high-scoring games and Vasco securing important wins, including a recent 2-1 victory.
- Specific current injury information is unavailable; thus, no notable absences are confirmed at this time, but team fitness could impact lineups close to matchday.
- Playing at home gives Santos an advantage due to familiarity with Estádio Urbano Caldeira and local support. Weather or other conditions for match day are not indicated but would influence gameplay.
- Both teams are motivated to improve their league standings, with Santos fighting from mid-table and Vasco da Gama seeking points to climb from the lower ranks. Historical rivalry adds intensity.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Santos: -107, Vasco da Gama: 290, Draw: 245 | Santos to win | ★★★☆☆ 65% |
| Spread | Santos: -0.5 -105, Vasco da Gama: 50 -115 | Santos -0.5 | ★★★☆☆ 60% |
| Over/under | Over 2.25: -108, Under 2.25: -112 | Under 2.25 goals | ★★★☆☆ 55% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Santos 6% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 2.25 4% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Santos at 6% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 6.9% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Santos is favored narrowly due to home advantage and historically better record, but Vasco da Gama's recent form makes a close contest likely. A competitive, moderately scoring match is expected with Santos edging a win.
Predicted Score: 2-1